10 Beginner Sight Singing Exercises
Sight singing refers to the ability to be able to look at a melody for the first time and be able to sing it. The exercises in this article are aimed at singers that have little or no experience at sight singing. Each of these beginner sight singing exercises include a corresponding audio track. To […]
Breathing in Singing
You’ve been breathing since the moment you were born, so it seems like the one part of singing you shouldn’t have to think about. And yet, the moment you try to sing a long phrase, breathing suddenly feels like a puzzle. That’s completely normal. Comfortable, effective breathing is something you can learn. Once you do, […]
The Tongue in Singing
The tongue helps you form vowels and pronounce words clearly. When you sing, it needs to remain relaxed so that singing does not start to feel harder than it should. Your tongue also helps shape the space inside your mouth as you sing. The position of your tongue helps you form different vowels. If it […]
How to Use Vowels When Singing
The way you shape your vowels changes how clearly people hear your words, and how easily you can hold a note. Using vowels when singing effectively can make a noticeable difference to the clarity and consistency of your voice. Once you start paying attention to them, you’ll probably notice a difference in your singing quite […]
The Diaphragm in Singing: What’s Actually Going On Down There
If a singing teacher has ever told you to “sing from your diaphragm,” you’ve probably nodded, smiled, and had absolutely no idea what to do with that advice. You’re not alone. It’s one of those phrases that gets thrown around so often that everyone repeats it, but hardly anyone stops to explain what it actually […]
Singing Teachers Build Your Confidence to Sing
Yep! It is true! You can sing! In fact, everyone has the ability to sing. The minimum prerequisite to learn is to have the desire and to give your heart and soul when singing. Professional lessons from qualified singing teachers will also help you to further understand your voice. Many singers fail to realize their […]
Can Singing Lessons Actually Widen Your Range? Here’s the Honest Answer
You know that moment. You’re singing along to a song you love, feeling great, and then that one line comes along and your voice just… isn’t there. Too high, too low, wherever it lands you feel like you’ve hit a wall. Here’s what I want you to know: that wall usually isn’t as fixed as […]